President Michael D Higgins said Ireland owes a 'debt of gratitude' to frontline workers

The President recorded the special message for broadcast on local, regional and community radio stations.

The President said that many workers are making "an extraordinary and exemplary contribution to our country at this difficult time." File picture.

President Michael D. Higgins said Ireland owes a debt of gratitude to frontline workers battling Covid-19.

In a special address for independent radio stations, President Higgins expressed sympathy to those who have lost loved ones to the pandemic.